1. Keep blood sugar levels as close to normal as safely possible. High blood sugar levels harm health in many ways — and the higher the blood glucose levels over time, the greater the risk of developing complications. Long-term complications from diabetes fall into three categories: Microvascular disease affects the small blood vessels of the body […]
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Building simple habits for healthy weight loss
Lasting, healthy weight loss demands that you transform your eating and exercise habits. But many other choices you make each day, such as how much time you spend sleeping or surfing the Internet, can also make a difference. Set small, specific, and realistic goals Perhaps you’d like to be the same size you were […]
Vyvanse (Lisdexamphetamine) : the truth
Vyvanse (lisdexamfetamine), a long-acting stimulant medication used in adults with ADHD, is one of the most commonly prescribed brand-name drugs. Given that 60% of adults who were children with ADHD have symptoms that persist to adulthood, long-term treatment may be necessary. If you’re taking Vyvanse long-term or thinking about starting it, what are some lesser-known but […]
The ants go marching one by one
Is Addiction life long disease?
he recently deceased writer and television personality Anthony Bourdain was criticized by some for recreationally using alcohol and cannabis, in what was seemingly a very controlled and responsible manner, decades after he quit heroin and cocaine. Was this a valid criticism? Can a person who was addicted to drugs or alcohol in their teens safely […]
3 surprising risks of poor posture
Slouching promotes heartburn, incontinence, and more. America, we have a posture problem. Whether it’s the result of sitting at a desk all day, looking down at a smartphone, or lounging on a couch, poor posture is dogging people of all ages. And health experts are worried. “It’s a common and important health problem among Americans, […]
Be Good Writer
There are many good reasons why attending a writing conference can be a fantastic experience for different kinds of writers at all different stages in their careers. However going to one is an investment of both time and money and therefore if you find a conference that you would like to attend, it is worth preparing […]
Recharge your sexual drive
Recharge your sexual energy If lack of energy has drained your sex life, there are ways to reignite the passion. Published: February, 2018 Your sexual drive can stay high late in life, but often your energy for sex can diminish. Low energy not only affects your sex life, but can carry over to other parts […]
Fear of falling : efficacy of virtual reality associated with serious games in elderly people.
Fear of falling : efficacy of virtual reality associated with serious games in elderly people. Abstract : OBJECTIVE : Fear of falling is defined as an ongoing concern about falling that is not explained by physical examination. Focusing on the psychological dimension of this pathology (phobic reaction to walking), we looked at how virtual reality […]
FDA approved psychoactive medication for Children
Fluoxetine for Pediatric Patients US FDA Approved for Pediatric Use Major depressive disorder (fluoxetine, ages 8 and older) Obsessive compulsive disorder (fluoxetine, ages 7 and older) Bipolar depression [in combination with olanzapine (Symbyax), ages 10 and older] Off-Label for Pediatric Use But Approved in Adults Panic disorder (fluoxetine, fluoxetine weekly) Premenstrual dysphoric disorder (Sarafem) Bulimia […]
Energize yourself
Pace yourself. Instead of burning through all your battery life in two hours, spread it out between morning tasks, afternoon tasks, and evening activities — with rest and meals in between. Consider these strategies to get the most mileage from your battery. Take a walk or a nap. A short power nap can […]
Steps to Overcome Social Anxiety
What is social anxiety? Social anxiety is when you feel nervous, tense or uncomfortable in social situations because you’re worried other people are judging you. Almost everyone has experienced social anxiety at one point or another. Life is rife with moments of self-consciousness–from job interviews to first dates, we all occasionally feel nervous around other […]
Don’t Diet and loose weight
If you’re struggling to lose weight, you probably feel like the odds are stacked against you. You’re not necessarily wrong. “There is so much great-tasting food, and it’s abundant and in your face all the time. To me it’s kind of a miracle that people aren’t even heavier than they are. In addition to an […]
Inflammation meaning and control
Heart disease. Rheumatoid arthritis. Diabetes. Alzheimer’s. These and other chronic diseases, affecting the lives of millions of Americans, have something in common — do you know what it is? The answer is inflammation. What’s MEANT, and how can you deal with inflammation. How inflammation attacks your health? To explain and simplify, there are two […]
Lurasidone : Latuda
What’s of Interest: Latuda is now approved for pediatric bipolar depression (ages 10 and older) Brands Latuda Class Atypical antipsychotic (serotonin-dopamine antagonist; second generation antipsychotic; also a mood stabilizer) Approved For: Schizophrenia (ages 13 and older) Bipolar depression (ages 10 and older, monotherapy) Bipolar depression (adults, adjunct) Formulation: Tablet 20 mg, 40 mg, 60 mg, […]
New marijuana-based pharmaceutical drug approved by FDA
What is Epidiolex? Epidiolex is an oral liquid-based drug made from the cannabidiol (CBD) portion of cannabis. Compared to the tetrahydrocannabinol (THC) portion, CBD is not psychoactive, so taking this drug would not result in a high for the user. CBD acts on different parts of the nervous system compared with THC. According to the […]
How to increase Your emotional intelligence?
There are many different kinds of intelligence, and it’s our job to discover what they are and how to integrate them into our lives. Sources of intelligence can be measured in quotients. Most of us are familiar with IQ, or the intelligence quotient, which is primarily associated with our ability to memorize, retrieve items from […]
7 Types of Toxic People: you should avoid
7 Types of Toxic People and How to Spot Them Do you have a toxic person in your life? Draining, non-supportive and difficult people are one of life’s greatest challenges. In this post, I want to talk about how you can spot, stop and deal with the toxic people who come into your life. You deserve […]
May 21, 2018 :FDA Approves First Non-Opioid to Treat Opioid Withdrawal Symptoms
The US FDA has approved the first non-opioid treatment for the relief of opioid withdrawal symptoms. The medication, lofexidine hydrochloride (trade name Lucemyra), is an oral, selective alpha-2 adrenergic receptor agonist that reduces the release of norepinephrine, which may lead to relief of autonomic withdrawal symptoms. Loxefidine is not approved for the treatment […]
last day before exam
Before You Begin a. Remain Calm If you’ve left studying to the day before the test, it’s likely that you’re panicking about how you’re going to get all of the work done in such a small amount of time. No matter what your circumstances are, it’s absolutely important that you don’t panic. Stress and anxiety […]
More Study Tips For Any Exam
It’s that time of year again, fellow students – finals season. I’m currently plowing through my own exams, as I’m sure many of you can relate to. Ever wondered how to study for finals effectively and achieve those A’s? Well, you’re in luck! I have ten study tips here to help you ace any exam. 1. Have a […]
Boost Your GPA
Are you wanting to improve your grades, increase your GPA, and just feel altogether more prepared for college? If so, then you need to start doing these five daily grade-boosting habits. These are simple techniques that you can do every day that can really help you to improve your grades and your life. 1. […]
Apple cider vinegar diet: Does it really work?
Robert H. Shmerling, MD Faculty Editor, Harvard Health Publishing People search for information on a wide variety of health topics in Google and other search engines. That’s no surprise. But I was surprised to learn that “apple cider vinegar weight loss diet” was among the fastest-rising health topic searches for Google in 2017. And then I […]
Improved Mental Health Care Won’t Prevent Mass Shootings
Neither mental health care nor gun control measures will end mass shootings. Posted Mar 27, 2018 With every school shooting, a chorus arises to highlight the link between mass killings and mental illness and to demand better mental health care as a common sense solution to the problem. For one, it’s an encouraging sign when policymakers and the […]
The crisis of poor physical health and early mortality of psychiatric patients
Current Psychiatry. 2018 April;17(4):7-8,11 Author(s): Henry A. Nasrallah, MD Author and Disclosure Information PDF PDF PDF DOWNLOAD It is well established that general medical conditions can be associated with various psychiatric disorders. But the reverse is less recognized: That serious mental illness is associated with many physical maladies, often leading to early mortality. Thus, it is a bi-directional […]